Tuxedo Urchin – Mespilia globulus acropora best placed among other SPS

best placed among other SPS corals with adequate spacing for outward branch development

” Slow-moving and methodical

accepts squid

Its dense growth provides shelter and grazing opportunities for small marine organisms

requires sufficient flow to deliver suspended food particles for filter feeding

Tuxedo Urchin – Mespilia globulus acropora best placed among other SPSMespilia globulus, commonly known as the Tuxedo Urchin, is a small and highly effective algae grazing echinoderm valued for both its utility and distinctive appearance. This species is easily recognized by its rounded body covered in short, alternating bands of deep blue, black, and white spines, giving it the appearance of a miniature tuxedo. Slow moving and methodical, the Tuxedo Urchin spends its time grazing across rockwork and hard surfaces,